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    Being Friends with the Opposite Sex

    March 12, 2020 /

    Making friends in new places is never easy but add in the fact that you have to follow cultural norms and you will start wondering how it is even possible. Check out this article for a little bit of insight into  friendships according to Spanish gender norms. 

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    Time Spent Eating is Important!

    November 29, 2018

    Four Reasons Why You Need to Take Yourself on a Day Trip

    August 23, 2018

    Confessions: I’m a Workaholic

    April 21, 2020
  • Thriving,  Travel

    How to: Talk on the Phone in Spanish

    February 13, 2020 /

    Talking on the phone in a foreign language can be scary. That is why today we are sharing our top tips for how to talk on the phone in Spanish!

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    Confessions: I’m Still Learning How to Accept Who I am

    May 4, 2021

    Celebrating Our Four Year Blog Anniversary

    July 15, 2021

    Why do I Naturally Bond with Other Foreigners?

    August 2, 2018
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    How Life Abroad Has Shifted my Perspective

    January 23, 2020 /

    Important life events and major changes often cause us to shift our perspective and life abroad has been no different for Dani. Read about how learning Spanish, teaching English, and living in Spain has changed her.

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    At Home Anywhere: A Book Review

    April 28, 2020

    How to: Deal with Gastos (Utilities) in Spain

    November 30, 2018

    A Conversation with Expat Coach and Psychologist Gabriela

    August 27, 2020
  • Confessions,  Thriving

    Letters to a New Year (Dani 2020)

    January 12, 2020 /

    At the beginning of every year we share what we are hoping to experience in the coming months. This is Dani’s letter to the New Year.

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    A Letter to Myself Before I Moved Abroad (Dani)

    September 6, 2018

    Maneuvering Menopause Abroad

    October 5, 2021

    Confessions: Sometimes I Live in My Own Bubble

    March 2, 2021
  • Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Being Thankful: Celebrating Thanksgiving in Spain

    November 28, 2019 /

    Happy Thanksgiving! Even though you might be super thankful for your study or live abroad experience, the holiday time can be hard. Check out these top tips for celebrating your traditions abroad.

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    Letters to a New Year (Dani)

    January 4, 2018

    Confessions: I am a Serial Friender

    February 15, 2018

    Why I’m Thankful for my Abroad Experience

    November 26, 2019
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    Why I’m Thankful for my Abroad Experience

    November 26, 2019 /

    It’s that time of year when we’re all feeling extra thankful so Dani’s opening up on five reasons why she’s grateful for her time studying, teaching, and living abroad in Spain.

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    Confessions: Sometimes I Live in My Own Bubble

    March 2, 2021

    Confessions: I am a Different Person in Different Languages

    January 18, 2018

    Confessions: I’m Nervous About Going Home

    June 13, 2019
  • Confessions,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    I’ll Never Truly be American Again Either

    November 21, 2019 /

    Is culture inherent or can it be learned? I'm trying to learn so much of Spanish culture these days that I feel like I'll never feel fully comfortable in the American culture again.

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    The Importance of Mindful Reflection

    February 7, 2019

    The Story of How We Met

    May 14, 2020

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    June 13, 2019
  • Confessions,  Culture,  Living Abroad,  Thriving

    I’ll Never Truly be Spanish…

    November 19, 2019 /

    It isn't always easy living in a different place to where you grew up and changing cultures. This post is in a series of articles talking about finding balance with the new you...even if you'll never be Spanish. 

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    Confessions: I am a Different Person in Different Languages

    January 18, 2018

    Coming to Terms with “No Pasa Nada”

    May 20, 2021

    Confessions: Dealing with Mental Health Issues while Abroad

    December 20, 2018
  • Culture,  Thriving

    International Love: A Spaniard’s Insights on Dating a Brit

    November 14, 2019 /

    Wondering what it’s like to date a Brit? Today’s guest writer, Luis, opens up about his international love story—sharing their cultures, creating their own language, and ups and downs along the way.

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    Weddings in Spain

    March 19, 2019

    What Does “Vale” Actually Mean?!

    January 26, 2018

    The Four Most Important Things to Know About Spanish Culture Before You Move Abroad

    January 7, 2020
  • Culture,  Thriving

    International Love: An American’s Insights on Dating a Spaniard

    November 12, 2019 /

    Wondering what it’s like to date a Spaniard? Today’s guest writer, Mary, opens up about her international love story—sharing their cultures, manuevering language barriers, and all the laughs along the way.

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    Neighborhoods of Granada Guide

    March 9, 2021

    Job Search Abroad (Insights from Spain to US)

    August 11, 2020

    The Signficance of Pomegranates in Granada

    March 11, 2021
  • Balance,  Thriving

    Healthy Lifestyles: 7 Activities That Make Exercise Feel Fun

    October 17, 2019 /

    Do you find it difficult to be consistent with a workout routine? Check out these seven ways you could have more fun while being active.

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    Living in Spanish is Tiring

    September 1, 2020

    Six Strategies for Managing Unstructured Time

    February 8, 2018

    Confessions: We Still Get Sad Living Abroad

    February 9, 2021
  • Living Abroad,  Study Abroad,  Thriving

    How to: Make Your Study Abroad Experience Work for You

    September 17, 2019 /

    Your time while abroad is more than just a fun adventure—it will also help you in your professional life. Not convinced, check out this article to see more! 

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    April 28, 2020

    Confessions: I Miss Home

    November 15, 2018
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